--- title: "20 Fun Pilgrim Crafts for Kids This Thanksgiving ..." description: "Paper Boat; Pilgrim Hats; Paper Bag Tepees; Toilet Paper Rolls; Pilgrim Hat Crayon Cup Holders; More ..." url: "https://parenting.allwomenstalk.com/fun-pilgrim-crafts-for-kids-this-thanksgiving/" category: "parenting" last_updated: "2026-05-30" --- # 20 Fun Pilgrim Crafts for Kids This Thanksgiving ... If you have little ones at home, pilgrim crafts are a fun way to keep them entertained during the Thanksgiving holiday. You can use them to decorate your home or set them out for the kids to do while the turkey and mashed potatoes finish cooking. No matter how you decide to do it, pilgrim crafts (or any craft for that matter) build a child's fine motor development and encourage creativity. Also, they are just plain fun! Check it out. ## 1. Paper Boat ![Paper Boat](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/q3/bg/nqxvedmp_600x401.jpg) Source: [Paper Boat: {Easy} Thanksgiving Craft ...](https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/20599/paper-boat/) Paper plates, straws and paint are all you need to make this epic project. It has to be one of my favorite pilgrim crafts. ## 2. Pilgrim Hats ![Pilgrim Hats](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ec/tb/a8djgcio_319x320.jpg) Source: [Preschool Crafts for Kids*: pilgrims](http://easypreschoolcraft.blogspot.com/search/label/pilgrims) These cute pilgrim hats are easy to make and aren't too difficult, even for little kids. ## 3. Paper Bag Tepees ![Paper Bag Tepees](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/x8/ah/sda6cqhx_600x399.jpg) Source: [Art with Mr. Giannetto](http://youngschoolart.blogspot.com/) Chances are you have some brown paper lunch bags at home. Use them to make these teepees that the pilgrims may have lived in at one time. ## 4. Toilet Paper Rolls ![Toilet Paper Rolls](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/l6/od/hlwf1yqr_437x405.jpg) Source: [3 Tips For The Best ...](https://goo.gl/kd7F3R) Make a whole crowd of pilgrim friends this year. ## 5. Pilgrim Hat Crayon Cup Holders ![Pilgrim Hat Crayon Cup Holders](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vk/ne/ofmzonv3_600x900.jpg) Source: [Pilgrim Hat Crayon Cups](https://letsdiyitall.com/pilgrim-hat-crayon-cups/) If you cut the bottom out of your cup, you can make your hats a place to hold crayons (or other small art supplies). ## 6. Pilgrim Kids Hats ![Pilgrim Kids Hats](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/an/d3/bn0gjm1s_501x488.jpg) Source: [theuncoordinatedmommy.com](http://theuncoordinatedmommy.com/thanksgiving-turkey-and-pilgrim-kids-hats-tutorial/) Customize a pilgrim hat for everyone in your family. ## 7. Edible Crafts ![Edible Crafts](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wu/dh/syp802nw_267x400.jpg) Source: [5 Thanksgiving Treats Almost Too ...](http://blog.upack.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Kids love to eat treats, so make some of these together.Just try to finish them before your kids eat all the ingredients. ## 8. Donut Mayflowers ![Donut Mayflowers](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yu/zq/pi54xpae_505x640.jpg) Source: [Thanksgiving/Fall Party Ideas | Photo ...](https://www.catchmyparty.com/photos/881621) Speaking of edible crafts, this tasty treat is one that no child will be able to pass up. ## 9. Pilgrim Bonnet _ Source: scoop.it_ This pilgrim bonnet is easy to make, but really fun to wear. Little girls will love them! ## 10. Quill Pencils ![Quill Pencils](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/q3/xx/d4usx59t_490x640.jpg) Source: [Around the Kampfire: Eat More ...](http://aroundthekampfire.blogspot.com/2013/11/eat-more-hot-dogs.html) Your kids are going to love writing with these pilgrim inspired writing utensils. ## 11. Thanksgiving Bracelet ![Thanksgiving Bracelet](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r7/pg/cp0o0a2g_463x640.jpg) Source: [Inspired by Kindergarten: Thanksgiving Bracelet](http://inspiredbykindergarten.blogspot.com/2011/11/thanksgiving-bracelet.html) Use this tutorial to make a fun bracelet that your kids can use to tell the Thanksgiving story. ## 12. Pilgrim Thanksgiving Napkin Rings ![Pilgrim Thanksgiving Napkin Rings](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gg/b7/q1dn5ae4_600x865.jpg) Source: [PILGRIM THANKSGIVING NAPKIN RINGS](https://craftsbyamanda.com/pilgrim-thanksgiving-napkin-rings) What a fun way to add festive flair to your Thanksgiving table. ## 13. Use a Photo ![Use a Photo](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/l6/ma/in31mm2y_375x500.jpg) Source: [Crafting |](https://graciousrain.com/crafting/) Your kids will love seeing what they might have looked like as a pilgrim. ## 14. Handprint Boat ![Handprint Boat](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/m1/k3/q8xhg67h_300x400.jpg) Source: [Our Little Monkeys: Thanksgiving Tot ...](http://mamasmonkeys.blogspot.com/2011/10/thanksgiving-tot-pack.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed:) Kids love getting messy, so this handprint boat is a fun way to indulge that. ## 15. Pilgrim Puppets ![Pilgrim Puppets](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zy/pn/nxkjsbqj_600x800.jpg) Source: [Preschool Crafts for Kids*: Thanksgiving ...](http://easypreschoolcraft.blogspot.com/2012/08/thanksgiving-pilgrims-and-indians-bag.html) Use some of those brown paper bags you have on hand to make some cute puppets. Then put on a show. ## 16. Mayflower Facts Book ![Mayflower Facts Book](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zd/f5/kceiceor_252x376.jpg) Source: [The First Grade Parade](http://thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2010-12-04T09:04:00-08:00&max-results=9) This is fun to make and will teach your little ones all about the Mayflower. ## 17. Paper Plate Teepees ![Paper Plate Teepees](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/te/e7/jf8m9mht_300x225.jpg) Source: [Preschool Thanksgiving Activities](http://survey-smiles.com/) Paper plates are cheap and make great things to make crafts out of. You can get a big pack at the dollar store. ## 18. Coloring Pages ![Coloring Pages](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zx/sy/rinf4zsx_263x350.jpg) Source: [10 FREE Thanksgiving Coloring Pages ...](https://savingbydesign.com/10-free-thanksgiving-coloring-pages/) You simply can't go wrong with a pile of coloring sheets for kids of all ages. ## 19. Pilgrim Hat Cookies ![Pilgrim Hat Cookies](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vd/v9/wuwdaa93_300x300.jpg) Source: [Pilgrim Hat Cookies](https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pilgrim-hat-cookies/) You are going to love making these just as much as you love eating them. ## 20. Native American Styled Necklaces ![Native American Styled Necklaces](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ch/rq/fdtwvecv_214x320.jpg) Source: [Krazy for Kindergarten Goes to ...](http://krazyforkindergarten.blogspot.com/search/label/November) The pilgrims traded with the Native Americans so they probably wore necklaces like this one a lot. Do you see a craft you want to try? Don't you just love making things with your kids? It's definitely one of my favorites! 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